Communications & Special Projects Director

Summary:

Organize agency fundraisers and special events while increasing public awareness of agency services and activities.

Job Duties (include, but not limited to the following):

• Ability to work independently and lead event committees
• Maintain the visual integrity of the agency's brand
• Provide timely information to the public and stakeholders on agency events and news
• Reviews specification sheets, obtains and prepares bids, and acts as liaison with vendors, sponsors and donors
• Assist with creating marketing materials for major events/fundraisers and distributes materials to solicit donors and community support.
• Able to lead and represent the agency for all events/campaigns/fundraisers/special projects
• Maintain budget for events/campaigns/fundraisers/special projects
• Maintain contacts for event committees and find new members as needed
• Track the effectiveness of Communications Programs, Marketing Campaigns and Events
• Attend workshops and training related to branding, marketing and events
• Maintain relationships with vendors and seek out new partnerships for the agency to create and host successful events​
• Attend special events and television appearances for networking to increase public awareness of agency activities, events and services

Education/Experience:

Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.